After hearing about her husband’s death Louise immediately breaks down and begins to sob as opposed to being paralyzed. She quickly leaves the room to be alone. Her desire to be alone and grieve shows her inclination towards independence as she comes to terms with the situation on her own. The bedroom represents Louise’s mind in a way. Here she is able to consider her own needs and only worry about herself. She is able to think without the judgement of others. It also shows that the journey of finding herself is one that she will have to experience on her own.
